12196 E SAND HILLS Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

$1,990,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 5.5 Square Footage: 5,016 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 127,764 Status: Closed
Current Price: $1,990,000 Last Modified: 7/09/2025

Description

Stunning estate, perfectly perched atop a premium 3 acre lot in the Sonoran Preserve, offering unobstructed, breathtaking mountain & desert views from every room, window & patio. This 5 bed/5.5 bath home (with attached casita) is located in the scenic hills of the highly coveted, serene, and private Sonoran Crest gated community of Troon (cul de sac lot). It features an open & split floor plan with 13+ ft ceilings, travertine in all the right places, mature desert landscaping, and 3 gas fireplaces throughout for ultimate indoor/outdoor living. Upon entering the home through the private courtyard and stunning wrought iron double door, you are greeted with picture perfect views of the backyard retreat from the oversized windows in the intimate formal living room. The kitchen boasts high-end

Supplements: wood cabinetry, breakfast bar & nook, granite counters, veggie sink and state of the art appliances including Sub Zero refrigerator, Dacor double wall ovens & warming drawer, 6 burner Dacor gas range w/ venetian plaster vent hood, wine fridge, and views of Tom's Thumb from the farmhouse sink. The spacious family room boasts a gorgeous stone fireplace, custom built-ins, expansive windows for ultimate views & natural light, plus wet bar w/ plenty of storage, beverage fridge & bar top seating. The large master suite offers a cozy sitting room, custom gas fireplace, private patio access, and master bathroom equipped w/ separate his & her vanities, stone walk-in shower, large soaking tub, and huge walk-in closet w/ custom storage. Across from the master is the warm & sophisticated office/den featuring floor to ceiling library shelving and beautiful wood floors. The attached casita boasts a full kitchen w/ granite counters, stainless appliances & breakfast nook, plus living room, guest room & full bath. The backyard oasis is an entertainer's dream, featuring a sparkling salt water pool w/ serene water features & spa, an extensive covered (w/ surround sound) and uncovered patio (nearly 1500 sq ft of outdoor/patio living), built-in BBQ, beverage fridge, and large pergola w/ seating area and stone gas fireplace. The backyard getaway continues with a lush grass yard, beautiful desert landscaping, newly resurfaced putting green, and wrought iron view fence for ultimate preserve views. The extended length 3-car garage boasts epoxy floors, custom built-ins and work bench for ultimate storage and function. Additional features include: new water softener, central vac system, solar hot water heater, R/O system, ensuite bathrooms in each guest room, spacious laundry room w/ an abundance of storage, adjustable recessed picture lighting throughout (ideal for art collectors), circular driveway, built-in surround sound, landscape lighting (front & back yards), and so much more. Sonoran Crest is a private enclave of luxury homes that are situated on premium acre+ lots and offer convenient access to an abundance of nearby hiking trails in the McDowell Mtns and unrivaled desert views & privacy. Please see the attached video to help realize the true uniqueness and beauty of this special offering.

More Information MLS# 6033901

Contract Information

Sold Price: $1,990,000 Status: Closed Current Price: $1,990,000 List Date: 2020-02-06 Type: Exclusive Right To Sell Ownership: Fee Simple

Location Tax Legal

Map Code/Grid: J39 House Number: 12196 Compass: E Street Name: SAND HILLS St Suffix: Road City/Town Code: Scottsdale State/Province: AZ Zip Code: 85255 Zip4: 3103 County Code: Maricopa Assessor Number: 217-01-054 Subdivision: Sonoran Crest Tax Year: 2019

General Property Description

Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence Dwelling Styles: Detached Exterior Stories: 1 # of Interior Levels: 1 # Bedrooms: 5 # Bathrooms: 5.5 Approx SQFT: 5016 Price/SqFt: 396.73 Guest House SqFt: 588 Horses: N Builder Name: Luxor Homes Year Built: 2003 Approx Lot SqFt: 127764 Approx Lot Acres: 2.933 Community Pool Y/N: No Private Pool Y/N: Yes Elementary School District: Cave Creek Unified District High School District: Cave Creek Unified District Elementary School: Desert Sun Academy Jr. High School: Sonoran Trails Middle School High School: Cactus Shadows High School

Remarks Misc

Cross Street: Happy Valley Rd & Alameda Rd Directions: Heading east on Happy Valley Rd turn right (southeast) on Alameda Rd, take third right into Sonoran Crest gate (code is #1325). Follow Sand Hills Rd to cul-de-sac, home will be the southeast lot. Geo Lat: 33.70218 Geo Lon: -111.818477

Status Change Info

Off Market Date: 2021-02-10 Under Contract Date: 2021-01-02 Close of Escrow Date: 2021-02-18 Sold Price: $1,990,000

Legal Info

Township: 4N Range: 5E Section: 11 Lot Number: 21

Basement

Basement Y/N: N

Parking Spaces

Garage Spaces: 3 Total Covered Spaces: 3

Sold Info

Loan Type: Conventional Loan Years: 30 Payment Type: Fixed Closing Cost Split: Normal - N Buyer Concession $/%: $ Seller Concession $/%: $

Property Features

Special Listing Cond: N/A Architecture: Santa Barbara/Tuscan Master Bathroom: Full Bth Master Bdrm; Separate Shwr & Tub; Double Vanity; Private Toilet Room Master Bedroom: Split Additional Bedroom: Other Bedroom Split; Separate Bedroom Exit; Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet; Other Bedroom Walk-in Closet; Master Bedroom Sitting Room Fireplace Features: 3+ Fireplace; Fireplace Family Rm; Fireplace Master Bdr; Gas Fireplace; Exterior Fireplace Flooring: Carpet; Stone; Tile; Wood Windows: Dual Pane Pool Features: Private Spa: Private Community Features: Gated Dining Area: Formal; Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Room Kitchen Features: Range/Oven Gas; Gas Cooktop; Disposal; Dishwasher; Built-in Microwave; Refrigerator; Engy Star (See Rmks); Wall Oven(s); Multiple Ovens; Walk-in Pantry; Granite Counters; Kitchen Island Laundry: Washer Included; Dryer Included; Gas Dryer Hookup; Inside Other Rooms: Family Room; Guest Qtrs-Sep Entrn Features: 9+ Flat Ceilings; Central Vacuum; Wet Bar; Water Softener Owned Technology: Pre-Wire Srnd Snd; Cable TV Avail; High Speed Internet; Security Sys Owned Exterior Features: Built-in BBQ; Playground; Covered Patio(s); Patio; Pvt Yrd(s)/Crtyrd(s); Separate Guest House Parking Features: Circular Driveway; Attch'd Gar Cabinets; Direct Access; Extended Length Garage; Garage Door Opener; Side Vehicle Entry Construction: Wood Frame Const - Finish: Painted; Stucco; Stone Roofing: Built-Up; Tile Cooling: Central Air; Ceiling Fan(s); Programmable Thmstat Heating: Natural Gas Plumbing: Recirculation Pump; Solar Hot Water Htr Utilities: APS; SW Gas Water Source: City Water Sewer: Sewer - Public Services: City Services Fencing: Wrought Iron; Block Property Description: Border Pres/Pub Lnd; Cul-De-Sac Lot; Mountain View(s); North/South Exposure Landscaping: Desert Front; Desert Back; Grass Back; Yrd Wtring Sys Front; Yrd Wtring Sys Back; Auto Timer H2O Front; Auto Timer H2O Back; Irrigation Front; Irrigation Back Lockbox Type: Supra Possession: Close of Escrow Association Fee Incl: Common Area Maint; Street Maint Existing 1st Loan: Treat as Free&Clear New Financing: Cash; Conventional Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail

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Listing Office: Goddes Homes
Last Updated: July - 09 - 2025
12196 E SAND HILLS Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85255- MLS# 6033901
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